Nepticulidae

4.068 (BF0046) Trifurcula immundella, (Zeller, 1839)

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General Information

This is a pale looking moth with a grey-white ground colour and a yellow-orange head and collar.

 

The larvae mine in the bark of Broom.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.

Wingspan: 7-8mm.
Foodplant(s): Broom (Cytisus scoparius)
Flying: Two overlapping generations, June-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Heathland and grassland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.



Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Glossy
Colours:
Yellow, Brown